Teacher Preschool (Margaret Chase Smith Community School)

Company: Kennebec Valley Community Action Program
Location: Skowhegan
Posted on: November 10, 2024

Job Description:

Description:Kennebec Valley Community Action Program (KVCAP), which seeks to strengthen individuals, families and communities through direct services and community collaborations that create solutions to poverty, is looking to hire a Teacher at our NEW Upcoming Margaret Chase Smith Community School Preschool location.
North Elementary Preschool is moving to a new building Fall 2025! Planning is underway now!
North Elementary Preschool provides early care and education to children ages 3 to 5. You will be part of preparing the new space to provide outstanding care and education to Skowhegan children and families. Make a difference in the lives of Skowhegan's youngest residents by creating a safe space for children to learn and grow!
Responsibilities

• Working within a team to support children's developmental progress and school readiness
• Supporting child assessment
• Individualizing for diverse learners
• Supporting the implementation of PreK for ME CurriculumBenefits
  • 13 Paid Holidays (including Juneteenth and Indigenous People's Day)
  • Low cost health, dental, vision, life and long-term disability insurance options
  • 100% employer-paid short-term disability insurance
  • Generous Paid Time Off program that starts at 4 weeks per year
  • Employer-sponsored retirement plan that includes an employer contribution and an employer match
  • Annual CSA program that delivers a weekly box of food from local farms to all participating employees for 20+ weeks per year
  • Professional growth and development opportunities
  • Minimum of $275/month supplement, as guided by the Maine ECE Workforce Salary Supplement Program. Amounts to be reevaluated at the states discretion.Requirements:
    • Bachelors Degree in Early Childhood Education or a related field
    • 081 certification from Maine Department of Education
    • Preferred coursework/cross-training in human services/family systems
    • Experience in a group care setting for children ages 3-5
    • Able to meet requirements of agency & State of Maine Child Care Licensing regulations for background checks, fingerprinting, and physical exams
    • Demonstrate strong interpersonal, communication (written & verbal) and documentation skills, critical thinking skills, proficient computer skills, and group management skills.
      
      
      
      
      
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